IELTS SPEAKING FORECAST (01/2023 – 04/2023)

Part 1:
New topics:
Art
Do you like art?
Would you like to be an artist?
What artwork do you have on the walls of your home?
Have you ever visited an art gallery?

Chocolate
Do you like chocolate?
Did you like chocolate when you were a child?
Have you ever given chocolate as a gift to someone?
How popular is chocolate in your country?

Jewellery
Do you like wearing jewellery?
Have you ever bought jewellery as a gift?
What type of jewellery would you like to buy?
What type of jewellery is most popular in your country?

Keys
Do you have a lot of keys?
Do you always take your keys when you go out?
Have you ever lost a key?
Do you do anything to avoid losing keys?

Library
How often do you go to the library?
When was the last time you went to a library?
Did you go to the library when you were a child?
How popular are our libraries in your country?

Music
How often do you listen to music?
What kind of music do you like most?
When do you listen to music?
What types of music are most popular in your country?
Outer space and stars
Did you learn about outer space and stars at school?
Do you think it’s important to study the stars?
Would you like to travel to outer space?
How important is studying the stars considered in your country?

Small Business
How often do you shop at small businesses?
Do you prefer buying things from small businesses or big businesses?
Are there many small businesses where you live?
Would you prefer to work for a small business or a large business?

Staying up late
How often do you stay up late?
When did you last stay up late?
How do you feel after staying up late?
How does it feel the morning after you stay up late?

Weekends
What do you usually do on the weekend?
What did you do last weekend?
What will you do next weekend?
Do you enjoy your weekends now more than you did when you were a child?

T-shirt
Do you like wearing T-shirts?
How often do you wear T-shirts?
Do you like T-shirts with pictures or prints?
Would you buy T-shirts as souvenirs on vacation?

Schools
Where do you go to school?
Do you like your teachers?
What are the differences between your school and other schools?
Is there anything you want to change about your school?

Sports
What sports do you like?
Where did you learn how to do it?
Did you do some sports when you were young?
Do you think students need more exercise?
Old topics:
Morning time
Do you like getting up early in the morning?
What do you usually do in the morning?
What did you do in the morning when you were little?
Are there any differences between what you do in the morning now and what you did in the past?

Housework and Cooking

Do you do some cooking or help your family cook at home now?
Did you do some house cleaning when you were young?
Do you have breakfast at home every day?
Do you want to learn how to cook well?

Technology
What technology do you often use, computers or cellphones?
What electronic devices have you bought lately?
Are there any technologies you want to buy?
What are the benefits of technology? Do you think it is important in your life?

Weather
What is the weather like where you live?
Do you prefer cold or hot weather?
Do you prefer dry or wet weather?
Do you often check weather forecasts?

Public transportation
What kind of public transportation do you usually take?
When do you usually take public transportation, in your everyday life or when you are travelling?
Do you like to use public transportation in your country?
Did you take public transportation when you were a kid?

Birthday
What do you usually do on your birthday?
What did you do on your birthday when you were young?
Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?
Who do you usually celebrate your birthday with? Friends or family?

Writing
Do you write a lot?
What do you like to write? Why?
How has your handwriting changed?
Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?
Names
Does your name have any special meaning?
How would you choose names for your next generation?
Are there any differences between how Vietnamese people name their children now and in the
past?
Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?

Snacks
What snacks do you like to eat?
Did you often eat snacks when you were young?
When do you usually eat snacks now?
Do you think it is healthy for you to eat snacks?

Singing
Do you like singing? Why?
Have you ever learnt how to sing?
Who do you want to sing for?
Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?

Geography
Do you like geography?
Have you ever studied geography at school?
Are you good at reading maps?
Would you visit a country because of its geographical location?

Social media
Do you or your friends like using social media?
Do you think you or your friends use too much social media?
Do you want to work in the social media industry? Why?
What is the most popular social media platform in Vietnam?

Puzzles
Did you do puzzles when you were a kid?
When do you do puzzles, during a trip or when you feel bored?
What do you like doing, word puzzles or number puzzles? Which one is more difficult for you?
Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?
Part 2:
New topics:
1. Describe a historical period you would like to know more
You should say:
When it was
What you are interested in
What you have known
And why you would like to know more.

Part 3
Why is learning about history important?
Is there any difference between teaching history through books and videos?
What are the ways children can learn history?
Why are there many children who do not like to learn history?
Is it important to protect and preserve historic buildings?
Who should pay for the preservation of historic buildings, the local people or the government?

2. Describe an interesting old person you have met

You should say:
Who this person is
How you know this person
What you do together
And explain why you think this person is interesting.

Part 3
Do you think old people and young people can share interests?
Is there anything that older people could learn from the younger generation?
What can the younger generation learn from the older generation?
What qualities does a person need to take care of old people?
What are the benefits of employing older workers?

3. Describe a person you met at a party who you enjoyed talking with
You should say:
What party it was
How you met this person
What you talked about
And explain why you enjoyed talking with him or her

Part 3
Where do people go to meet new people?
Is it difficult for people in Vietnam to communicate with people from other countries?
Why are some people unwilling to have conversations with others?
Is it difficult for adults to talk with children?
In what situation would people be willing to get to know new people?
Does technology make it easier to communicate with family and friends?

4. Describe a place you visited where the air was polluted

You should say:
Where the place is
What the pollution was
Why the air was not good
And explain how you felt about the place

Part 3
Is there more pollution now than in the past?
Do you think the city is cleaner or dirtier than the countryside?
Do you think companies should be forced to reduce pollutants?
What responsibilities should individuals have for looking after the environment? What about the
government?

5. Describe a city you would like to stay for a short time

You should say:
What city it is
What you would like to do there
Who you would go there with
And explain why you would like to go there just for a short time

Part 3
Why do people sometimes go to other cities or other countries to travel?
Why do places with historical sites develop the tourism industry more actively?
Do most people like planned travelling?
What are the problems with international travelling?

6. Describe an unusual meal you had

You should say:
When it was
Where you had the meal
What happened during the meal
And explain why it was unusual

Part 3
What are the advantages and disadvantages of eating in a restaurant?
Do people in Vietnam eat fast food at home?
Why do some people prefer eating out to ordering takeouts?
Is the food that people eat today different to the food that people used to eat in the past?
Do you think people are less willing to cook meals by themselves these days, compared to the
past?
7. Describe a website you often visit
You should say:
What the website is
How you first found out about it
How often you visit it
And explain why you like it

Part 3
What are the most popular apps in Vietnam?
What are the differences between the ways young people and old people use the Internet?
Who do some people like to read the news on the Internet instead of getting it from TV?
Will libraries disappear in the future?
What effect has the Internet had on the way people generally communicate with each other?
How can people find reliable information on the internet?

8. Describe something you did with someone/a group of people

You should say:
What it was
Who you did it with
How long it took you to do this
And explain why did you do it with others

Part 3:
In what ways can neighbours help each other?
Do you think neighbours help each other more often in the countryside than in the city?
How do children learn to cooperate with each other?
Do you think parents should teach children how to cooperate with others? How?
Do you think it’s important for children to learn about cooperation?

9. Describe your first day at school.

You should say
Where the school was
How you went there
What happened
And explain how you felt on that day

Part 3
What would parents prepare when their kids go to school on the first day?
How do children socialise with each other?
Is socialisation important for children?
What are the common reasons for job change?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of changing jobs?
10. Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted
You should say:
What it was
When you received it
Who gave it to you
And explain why you wanted it so much

Part 3:
Should employees have their own goals?
How should bosses reward employees?
What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?
How should parents reward their children?

11. Describe a time you were late for a meeting

You should say:
What the meeting was for
When the meeting was
Where the meeting was
And explain why you were late

Part 3
Do you think it is important to be on time?
How do people avoid being late for meetings?
Do you think young people or old people are better at managing time?
Why do young people waste more time than old people?
How can people manage their time better?

12. Describe a piece of good news that you heard about someone you know well
You should say:
What it was
When you heard it
How you knew it
And explain how you felt about it

Part 3
Is it always good to share something on social media?
Should the media only publish good news?
How does social media help people access information?
What kind of good news do people often share in the community?
Do most people like to share good news with others?
Do people like to hear good news from their friends?
13. Describe an activity you enjoyed in your free time when you were young
You should say:
What it was
Where you did it
Who you did it with
And explain why you enjoyed it

Part 3:
Is it important to have a break during work or study?
What sports do young people like to do now?
Are there more leisure activities for young people now than in the past?
Can most people achieve the balance between work and life in Vietnam?
What are the differences between leisures activities of children and those of adults?

14. Describe an actor or actress whom you admire

You should say:
Who he/she is
What he/she looks like
What kind of movies he/she appears in
And explain why you admire this actor/actress

Part 3:
Is being a professional actor or actress a good career?
What can children learn from joining drama clubs at school?
Why do children like special costumes?
What are the differences between acting in a theatre and that in a film?

15. Describe an advertisement you don’t like

You should say:
Where and when you first saw it
What type of advertisement it is
What product or service it advertises
And explain why you don’t like it

Part 3:
What are the most advertised products in your country?
Which one is more effective, newspaper advertising or online advertising?
What are the benefits of advertising?
What do you think of celebrity endorsements in advertising?
Does advertising encourage us to buy things we don’t need?
What role does social media play in advertising?
16. Describe a daily routine that you enjoy
You should say:
What it is
Where and when you do it
Who you do it with
And explain why you enjoy it

Part 3:
Should children have learning routines?
What are the advantages of children having a routine at school?
Does having a routine make kids feel more secure at school?
How do people’s routines differ on weekdays and weekends?
What daily routines do people have at home?
What are the differences between people’s daily routines now and in the past?

17. Describe something you would like to learn in the future

You should say:
What it is
How you would like to learn it
Where you would like to learn it
Why you would like to learn it
And explain whether it’s difficult to learn

Part 3:
What’s the most popular thing to learn nowadays?
Which influences young people more when choosing a course, income or interest?
Do young people take their parents’ advice when choosing a major?
Besides parents, who else would people take advice from?
Why do some people prefer to study alone?

18. Describe a complaint that you made and you were satisfied with the result
You should say:
When it happened
Who you complained to
What you complained about
And explain why you were satisfied with the result

Part 3:
When are people more likely to make complaints?
What do people often complain about?
Which one is better when making a complaint, by talking or by writing?
Who is more likely to make complaints, older people or younger people?
How do people often respond to poor customer service?
19. Describe a person you have met who you want to work/study with
You should say:
Who this person is
How you met this person
How long you have known him/her
And explain why you want to work/study with him/her

Part 3:
Why should children be kind to their classmates?
Should teachers let students choose their desk mates?
What matters most about a colleague’s personality?
Are good colleagues important at work?
What kind of people are popular at work?

20. Describe a noisy place you have been to

You should say:
Where it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain why you feel it’s a noisy place

Part 3:
Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
What kinds of noises are common in life?
Which area is exposed to noise more, the city or the countryside?
How would people usually respond to noises in your country?

21. Describe a new development in the area where you live (e.g shopping mall, park…)
You should say:
What the development is
When/where you noticed it
How long it took to complete it
And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:
Is public transportation popular in Vietnam?
What can be improved in public transport services in your country?
What leisure facilities can be used by people of all ages?
Who likes to use public transportation more, older people or younger people?
22. Describe something you did that made you feel proud
You should say:
What it was
How you did it
What difficulty you had and how you dealt with it
And explain why you felt proud about it

Part 3:
Which one is more important, personal goals or work goals?
Does everyone set goals for themselves?
What kinds of rewards are important at work?
Do you think material rewards are more important than other kinds of rewards at work?
What makes people feel proud of themselves?

23. Describe your favourite place in your house where you can relax
You should say:
Where it is
What it is like
What you enjoy doing there
And explain why you feel relaxed at this place

Part 3:
Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
What is the place where people spend most of their time at home?
Do you think there should be classes for training young people and children how to relax?
Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?

24. Describe a time when you taught a friend/relative something

You should say:
Who you taught
What/how you taught
What the result was
And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:
What practical skills can young people teach old people?
How can young people teach old people new skills?
What are the ways people can learn something new?
Do people in Vietnam like to watch videos to learn something?
25. Describe a piece of technology you own that you feel is difficult to use
You should say:
When you got it
What you got it for
How often you use it
And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:
What technology do people in Vietnam often use?
Why are people keen on buying new technologies even though there are only a few
improvements?
Why do technology companies keep upgrading their products?
What changes has the development of technology brought about in our lives
Does the development of technology affect how people learn?
Old topics
1. Describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store
You should say:
When it happened
What you bought
What problem you had
And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:
What are the factors of a good service?
What are the differences between shopping online and shopping in stores?
What problems do customers often have while shopping?
What do you think customers should do when there are problems with the products they bought
online?

2. Describe something you had to share with others

You should say:
What it was
Who you shared it with
Why you had to share it with others
And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:
Do children like to share?
How can parents teach their children to share?
What are the benefits of sharing for children?
Is there anything that parents would persuade children to share with others?

3. Describe an object that you think is beautiful

You should say:
What it is
Where you saw it
What it looks like
And explain why you think it is beautiful

Part 3:
Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past?
What beautiful scenery spots are there in your country?
Where do you think people usually come into contact with beautiful things?
Why do you think people create beautiful things?

4. Describe a popular place for sports (e.g a stadium) that you have been to
You should say:
Where it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain how you felt about this place
Part 3:
Do young people today do enough sports?
What are the benefits of playing sports for children?
Is it necessary to build public sports spaces?
What do you think of companies donating sports venues for poor children?

5. Describe a disagreement you had with someone

You should say:
Who you had the disagreement with
What the disagreement was
What happened during the disagreement
And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:
What kind of topics do people usually argue about today?
What are the ways to prevent an argument from escalating into a fight?
Who do you think should teach children to respect others?
What disagreements do parents and children usually have?

6. Describe the home of someone you know well that you often visit
You should say:
Whose home it is
How often you go there
What it is like
And explain how you feel about the home

Part 3:
What are the differences between buildings in the city and the ones in the countryside?
What do young people in Vietnam prefer, living in the city or in the countryside?
What safety risks are there in residential buildings in cities?
Is it expensive to decorate a house or an apartment in Vietnam?
7. Describe an outdoor activity you did in a new place recently
You should say:
What the activity is
Who invited you to participate in it
Whether you asked for help in the activity
And explain what change you had in the activity

Part 3:
What outdoor activities are popular in Vietnam?
Why do some people like dangerous sports?
Should young people try as many new activities as possible?
Do you think older people are less likely to change their lifestyles?

8. Describe a photo you took that you are proud of

You should say:
When you took it
Where you took it
What is in this photo
And explain why you are proud of it

Part 3:
Why do some people like to record important things with photos?
Is taking photos the best way to remember something?
What can people learn from historical photographs?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking photos with mobile phones?

9. Describe a person who likes to dress fashionably/well

You should say:
Who he/she is
What job he/she does
What kind of clothes he/she wears
And explain why he/she likes fashion

Part 3:
Do you think online shopping will replace in-store shopping in the future? Why?
Why is fashion very important to some people?
Are older people as fashionable as young people? Why?
Are women more fashionable than men? Why?
10. Describe a program you like to watch
You should say:
What it is
What it is about
Who you watch it with
And explain why you like to watch it

Part 3:
What programs do people in Vietnam like to watch?
Do people in Vietnam like to watch foreign TV programs?
Which one is better for children, watching animal videos or visiting the zoo?
What are the values of using videos in teaching?

11. Describe an impressive English lesson you had and enjoyed

You should say:
What it was about
When you had it
What the teacher did
And why you enjoyed the lesson

Part 3:
Why do people learn foreign languages?
What are the qualities of a good foreign language teacher?
Do you think grammar is important when learning foreign languages?
How can a foreign language teacher make their lessons interesting?

12. Describe a time when you needed to search for information

You should say:
What information you needed to search for
When you searched for it
Where you searched for it
And explain why you needed to search for it

Part 3:
How can people search for information now?
What information can people get from television?
Do you think libraries are still important in the digital age?
Does the development of the Internet have any impact on disadvantaged people?
13. Describe a time when you forgot/missed an appointment
You should say:
What the appointment was for
Who you made it with
Why you forgot/missed it
And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:
How do busy people remember things they need to do?
What are the things that busy people often forget?
Is time management an important skill for everyone?
How can parents teach their children time management skills?

14. Describe a person you know who is from a different culture

You should say:
Who he/she is
Where he/she is from
How you knew him/her
And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3:
Where do people usually meet people from a different culture?
Is it important to know the differences between cultures?
Do you think travellers should learn about the country they visit before their trip?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of cultural diversity?

15. Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again
You should say:
What type of movie it was
What it was about
Where you watched it
And explain why you would like to watch it again

Part 3:
Where do people in Vietnam normally watch movies?
What are the differences between watching movies at home and at the cinema?
Are famous actors or actresses important for a movie to be successful?
Why are there fewer people going to the cinema to watch movies nowadays?
16. Describe a story or novel you have read that you found interesting
You should say:
When you read it
What the story or novel was about
Who wrote it
And explain why you think it was interesting

Part 3:
How does technology help people tell their stories?
Which one is more popular in Vietnam, ebooks or paper books?
Why are mystery novels so popular nowadays?
What kinds of stories do children in Vietnam enjoy reading?

17. Describe a time you made a decision to wait for something

You should say:
When it happened
What you waited for
Why you made the decision to wait
And explain how you felt about the decision

Part 3:
Why do some people like a slow-paced life?
What is making life in cities more and more fast-paced?
Is being patient good for people?
Do you think people are less patient now than they were in the past?

18. Describe a friend from your childhood

You should say:
Who he/she is
Where and how you met each other
What you often did together
And explain what made you like him/her

Part 3:
Which one is more important, old friendships or new ones?
How important is childhood friendship to children?
Do you think the development of social media affects friendships nowadays?
Do you think social media will replace face-to-face communication?
19. Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste (e.g in a park, on the beach etc.)
You should say:
Where are when you saw the plastic waste
Why there were a lot of plastic waste
What you did after you saw them
And explain what your thoughts were about this

Part 3:
What are the benefits of using plastic products?
How can people reduce their use of plastic?
What kind of plastic waste is often seen in Vietnam?
What are the problems when there is too much plastic waste?

20. Describe a person who inspired you to do something interesting

You should say:
Who he/she is
How you knew him/her
What interesting thing you did
And explain how he/she inspired you to do it

Part 3:
Updating …

21. Describe a time when you received money as a gift

You should say:
When it happened
Who gave you money
Why he/she gave you money
And explain how you used the money

Part 3:
Why do people rarely use cash now?
When do children begin to know the value of money?
Should parents reward children with money?
Is it important for children to learn about saving money?
22. Describe an important thing you learnt (not at school or college)
You should say:
What it was
When you learnt it
How you learnt it
And explain why it was important

Part 3:
What can children learn from parents?
Do you think some children are well-behaved because they are influenced by their parents?
Is it necessary for adults to learn new things?
Do you think it is easier for children to learn new things than adults?

23. Describe a place in your country or part of your country that you would like to
recommend to visitors/travelers
You should say:
What it is
Where it is
What people can do there
And explain why you would like to recommend it to visitors/travelers

Part 3:
Is it important to take photos while travelling?
Are all travel journals on the Internet reliable?
What factors affect people’s travelling experience?
Why do people want to travel to a new place?

24. Describe a time when you overcame difficulties in doing something and succeeded
You should say:
What the task was
How you overcame the difficulties
Whether you got help
And explain how you felt when you succeeded

Part 3:
Should people set personal goals?
Do you think success means the same thing for everyone?
How can you define a successful young person?
Do you think successful people are often lonely?